It's kind of between a curve and a slider. It has more of a curve break, with good rotation and depth. He thew it about 78 mph with late break to it.

Changeup:

Has a good changeup.

Control:

He has good command and moves the ball around the zone well.

Poise:

He's pitched in big games and rises to the occasion.

Physical Description:

Purke is a lean, wiry, thin-waisted left-hander. He's projectable, but needs to add some strength.

Medical Update:

Healthy.

Strengths:

Three average to above-average pitches. Good command, projectable body.

Weaknesses:

He's a little too slender, leading some to worry about durabilty.

Summary:

When conversations arise about the top prep lefties in the class, Purke is on the short list. With three excellent offerings and command of them, to go along with a projectable frame, Purke's name comes up early and often. There might be a small concern about his durabilty because he's a little too slender, but that won't be enough to keep him from being taken high up on Draft day.